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Energy Transition in Supply Chain

Logistics Viewpoints

A recent ARC survey looked at reasons to address sustainability. This survey included over 400 respondents across a number of industries. For example, most people expect free next-day delivery for online purchases as a result of Amazon Prime. Finally, warehouses are placing an increased emphasis on waste reduction.

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4 tips to reduce cargo damage and save money on shipping costs

Shipping and Freight Resource

As per a Statista survey, eighty per cent of consumers say they’d return a product they received that was damaged in shipping. But if you can reduce cargo and shipping damage , you can cut shipping costs. Other departments of your organization will also save money and function more efficiently, too. Fill Containers Wisely.

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How cargo survey for refrigerated and frozen cargoes works

Shipping and Freight Resource

This cargo is further divided into goods carried in: Frozen state example meats, fish, and butter, Chilled state example beef, vegetables, cheese, and eggs and. Air cooled condition example Fruits and vegetables. Marine Cargo Survey Practices. Ensure that cargo manifests match what’s being shipped.

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Trends Shaping the Chemical Industry

Trinity Logistics

Trends Affecting the Chemical Industry Artificial intelligence Data analytics Specialty chemicals Sustainability Renewable and bio-based chemicals Safety and reducing risk Resilient supply chains Embracing Artificial Intelligence The chemical industry has a history of embracing new technologies. Artificial intelligence (AI) is no exception.

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The Greenest Mile: Planning’s Role in Supply Chain Sustainability

Logistics Viewpoints

In MIT’s State of Supply Chain Sustainability 2021 , 80% of executives surveyed said the pandemic either had no impact on their commitment or increased it. I was drawn to Hunter and Amory Lovins, who advocated a strategy pairing energy efficiency with renewables, long before its current popularity. But what about the role of planning?

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13 Warehouse Types: Definitions, Functions & Examples

Conger

Plenty of examples of warehousing. Geological Survey. The fulfillment center stores, processes, and ships the stock to the end-user using specialized material handling equipment, automation, and robotics. Perhaps the most prominent fulfillment center example is Amazon’s fulfillment centers. Their pros and cons.

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The Power of the Network: ERP vs. Spend Management

Logistics Viewpoints

GEP and the North Carolina State University (NCSU) Supply Chain Resource Cooperative surveyed supply chain, procurement and IT professionals across a range of industries to gain insight into their priorities and strategies regarding supply chain resilience and optimization. For example, are you still a minority owned company?